A Buddhist college in Sisaket province is facing backlash from local residents and a senior monk regarding a charity lottery initiative. The institution distributed tickets across 22 districts, with each booklet containing 50 tickets priced at 100 baht per unit. While the college claims the proceeds are intended for student scholarships and facility development, critics argue the scheme resembles illegal gambling and places undue financial pressure on smaller temples to participate. The raffle prizes, which include a pickup truck, motorbikes, microwaves, and rice cookers, are determined by the results of the national government lottery scheduled for November 1. Concerns have been raised about the appropriateness of such fundraising methods within religious communities, as the distribution of these tickets has sparked significant debate throughout the province.
Source : The Thaiger
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